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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these open educational experiments. Everyone wants to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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